How the Aid and Attendance Benefit can help veterans lower senior care costs
From where to find the Aid and Attendance VA form to how it can benefit you, here's everything you need...
Senior care
Is social media hurting your mental health?: 5 steps for practicing #SafeSocial
Social media has a dark side, but these expert tips can help you and your family navigate the digital space...
Caring for a senior loved one: How to encourage family participation
Feel alone in caring for an aging family member? Here's how to make sure you're not the only one who's...
Hospice care at home: 3 questions to consider before choosing it
Wondering if hospice care at home is the right choice or if a hospital is a better fit? Here are...
Advance directives: What they are and why you need one
Aren't sure what an advance directive is or if you even need one? Here's a breakdown of what they are,...
End-of-life doulas: What they do and how they can help families
Also referred to as a death doula, an end-of-life doula can provide support for individuals facing terminal illnesses and for...
Veteran caregiver program benefits have been extended: What you need to know
Good news for family caregivers caring for an older loved one who’s a veteran: A newly announced expansion for the...
How to choose a hospice provider: 8 questions to ask
These important, expert-backed questions will ensure you choose the right hospice provider for a loved one.
Is palliative care right for you?
Aren't sure if palliative care is the way to go? Ask yourself (or loved one) the following questions to see...
Palliative treatment and care: What you can expect
Aren't sure how palliative care can benefit you or a loved one? Here, we break down what you can expect.
The hardest conversation: How to broach end-of-life wishes with a loved one
It's a scary, but important, conversation. Here's how to bring end-of-life wishes with a loved one and what to discuss.
Games for seniors: The best brain and body-stimulating apps and activities
Playing computer games or fiddling with smartphone apps is often frowned upon as a waste of time. But for older...
Checklist for financial caregivers: Accounts and documents
As a financial caregiver, there are many documents and accounts you must have access to in order to do a good...
Mean girls in senior living communities: What to do when an older loved one is being bullied
Exclusionary, “clique-y” behavior can unfortunately continue well past high school. Here’s what mean girl behavior looks like for seniors and...
When is it time for hospice?
Wondering when it's time for hospice care (and what that means exactly)? Here, we break down everything about the timing...
Palliative care: What it is, how it helps and where to get it
Aren't sure what palliative care is exactly or how to go about getting it? Our guide breaks everything down.
The 4 legal documents every adult should have
It’s all too easy to put off getting your legal paperwork in order. But when a major crisis hits —...
New COVID boosters recommended by the CDC for everyone 12 and up: What to know
The CDC just authorized new COVID boosters to fight back against the omicron variants. Here's what you need to know.
Watch out for these hidden costs of assisted living
Don't let the hidden costs of assisted living come as a surprise. Our list will prepare you for what's in...
10 ways to make moving easier for your senior loved one
Whether they’re downsizing to an apartment or taking a room in a relative’s home, moving can be a very challenging...
High-paying jobs for college students, based on where you live
Check out this list of flexible, high-paying side hustles for college students, along with current average hourly pay rates for...
Caregiver decision fatigue: How to know if you’re suffering from it and ways to cope
Think about how many decisions you’ve made today. When your alarm went off, you may have decided to sleep in...
Don’t call it ‘quiet quitting’ when it’s just setting a boundary between family and work
'Quiet quitting' is the trendy new name for setting healthy boundaries at work, but many parents and caregivers resent its...
Choosing a home care provider: What to look for to find the right fit
Looking to hire an in-home senior care provider? Make sure they tick all these boxes.
9 things to consider before moving mom or dad in with you
Thinking about having mom or dad move in with you? Be sure to take these things into account first.
Hiring a memory care provider: What to ask, according to experts
Once you’ve narrowed down your list of prospective memory care providers, it’s critical to gather as much information as possible....
10 TikTok seniors who are making their mark and going viral
Don't miss these trailblazing and spectacular seniors on TikTok who are making their mark. You'll want to add them to...
Getting a flu shot may decrease Alzheimer’s risk for older adults, study finds
A growing body of research from UT Health suggests getting a yearly flu shot may also help protect aging adults...
Positive social interactions boost older adults’ mood and sense of purpose
A new study shows that even brief positive interactions go a long way towards improving seniors' well-being and quality of...
Home care vs. nursing homes: How to figure out which is right for your loved one
Here’s a closer look at the pros and cons of in-home care and nursing homes as well as how to...
Partner or caregiver? How to manage the impact of caregiving on your relationship
From how the shift will affect your romantic relationship to tips on figuring out how to balance your new role...
How seniors and caregivers can use TikTok to boost mental and physical health
TikTok for seniors? Move over millennials. Older adults are all over the popular app — and it's great for their...
Best activities for seniors with limited mobility, according to experts
Looking for ideas to get seniors with limited mobility moving? Here are expert-backed ideas.
How parents and caregivers can recharge when depletion takes its toll
The pure depletion this has led to is a case for finding a way to put yourself first, says Hartstein....
What is aphasia? Here’s what seniors and caregivers should know
Here’s what to know about aphasia, including how the disease is diagnosed and treated and ways caregivers can help patients...
Viral tweet calls out America for forcing women to shoulder the caregiving load
This Twitter thread is a reminder that women disproportionately care for aging seniors, too, and they need support.
When your spouse has dementia: How to cope following diagnosis, according to experts
Finding out that your spouse or partner has been diagnosed with any type of disease can be a scary and...
When an older loved one is struggling financially: How to help and cope
Here’s expert advice for how to emotionally support your parents if they’re struggling financially — and tips for keeping your...
7 Ways to Meet Other Caregivers
Caregiving can be lonely business. You may wave at other nannies at the park, but your attention is on the...
Inflation may cost Americans an extra $5,200 this year and families are feeling the strain
Rising inflation has working families struggling to afford groceries, gas and other everyday expenses.